May is National Burger Month and Cinco de Mayo is as good a reason as any to partake in south of the border flavors this weekend. Roasted Green Chili Burgers seemed like the ideal recipe to celebrate both and light the grill. Smoky chilies and cheese mixed right in the burger, topped with salsa mayonnaise [...]

Pioneer Woman’s Sloppy Joes and Caramelized Onion Sprouted Wheat Buns Recipe
Would you believe that in 28 years of cooking and loving food, last week was the first time I ever made Sloppy Joes? If I am going to make a sandwich out of ground beef, my husband would much prefer a hamburger, hence no Joes of any kind, sloppy or otherwise. Growing up in the [...]
Barrel Aged Balsamic Vinegar: Modena Magic
Years ago I used balsamic vinegar for marinades and salad dressings, thinking I was a culinary genius (ah, youth). Although I still use what we call balsamic in the U.S. for these same applications, our trip to Italy opened my eyes to true balsamic vinegar. The sweet, tangy, complex, thick syrup garnishing our cheese plate [...]

Reuben Sandwiches for St. Patrick’s Day
Flogging Molly set the mood, while fresh baked rye buns were prepped and ready to hold all we had assembled for our Reuben Sandwiches. As I mentioned in the previous post Sprouted Rye Sandwich Buns, from the time the rye flour was ordered I’d been scheming to build a Reuben sandwich in honor of St. [...]

Scampi-Style Steak & Scallops with Roasted Asparagus: 30-Minute Valentine Dinner
Ever gone out for Valentine’s Day only to be disappointed by the noise level of the restaurant, food that didn’t quite measure up, or felt rushed by the wait staff to move along for the their next seating? We have and more than once. Are you tempted to try something different, skip the crowded restaurants, [...]

Secret Ingredient Beef Stew: Reviewing The Food52 Cookbook
It is always fun when I can share a recipe from a cookbook review, it is a little bit like sharing a secret with a friend. Although I couldn’t post the recipe for Chicken with Creamy Dijon Mustard Sauce, I hope it gave you a feel for the variety of recipes compiled in The Food52 [...]
Pad Thai Recipe and Red Boat Fish Sauce
When writing about Emeril’s Wok Seared Duck Salad, I mentioned his recommendation for fish sauce with the ingredient list. Shortly after posting, Red Boat Fish Sauce asked if I would try their sauce to compare. I only recommend products I like and use, so it has taken me a couple of weeks to put it [...]
Emeril’s Rigatoni with A Beefy Mushroom Gorgonzola Sauce: Or Something Like That
It was the sauce that drew me to this ah-may-zing recipe; Emeril has got it goin’ on in Sizzling Skillets and Other One-Pot Wonders with this one. I do not think it matters much what type of beef or pasta you put with it either, the sauce carries the meal. Wine, shallots, garlic, fresh herbs, [...]
Junk in Food: Ugh, Not That Too!
A pot of Hearty Beef Chili was on the agenda today, the weather cool and rainy. All the usual ingredients assembled, over five pounds of meat to brown and fill the stock pot. As I opened the cans of beans and tomatoes (yes, I use canned because they are easier to measure and store for [...]
Labor Day Eats: Feature Fridays
Labor Day became a federal holiday 117 years ago, marked by parades and parties recognizing trade and labor organizations. Today, families enjoy one last vacation before school starts, NFL and college football seasons begin, and backyard parties abound. If entertaining or creating a dish for a potluck is on the agenda for this three-day weekend, [...]
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ZipList: Is your shopping list tech savvy or still a pen and paper?
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Chocolate Cake [Gluten-Free] and the Celebration Express
May 9, 2012
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Creamy Garlic-Dijon Chicken: Back from the Archive Abyss
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The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Food From My Frontier {GIVEAWAY} & Thai Chicken Pizza
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A Bridal Shower Menu Collection and the Privilege of Friendship
March 21, 2012
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Emeril’s Sizzling Skillets Giveaway: Enter To Win a Free Copy!
September 13, 2011
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A Heart Healthy Diet: What and Whom Do You Believe?
February 22, 2012
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Zak! Table Art 7-piece Flame-Shaped Serving Bowls: Enter to Win a Set!
September 27, 2011
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ChgoJohn: This sounds great, Judy, and something I want to l...
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thedrivencook: I love Italian flavors as well. This looks unique...
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Simone: Hmm sounds like a pretty handy tool Judy! I do hav...
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Geni: My shopping list is always in my iPhone in the not...
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April @ The 21st Century Housewife: This is such a beautiful salad and it looks just s...




